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[spir-it] / ˈspɪr ɪt /




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The man is rhapsodically shameless—oafishly charismatic, memorably strange-looking—a cynic at heart, and a carny in spirit.

From Slate • Jun. 11, 2026

The origins of American liberty lay deep in the Puritan soil of New England as the cultural memory of Plymouth and the English Civil War energized the 18th century’s revolutionary spirit.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

"We know that we'll never get over it, but obviously we will manage, and one of the reasons we will manage is because of her spirit," says Peter.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

“Soul” was quite beautiful, tinged with the innovative, educational spirit of early Pixar, and “Hoppers” did a wonderful job combining fantastical story elements with a grounded, human edge.

From Salon • Jun. 6, 2026

Dr. Kane thought young Miss Maggie Fox should give up spirit rapping and finish her schooling.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock




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